The Buzz

Only ruins remain of the Joliet Iron Works, but thanks to a historic aerial photo, we can see the heart and soul of the steel mill prior to it being dismantled.

With ice in the forecast, it's time to get our window scrapers and salt supplies ready once again. Before throwing salt all over your driveway and sidewalks, make sure you know how it works and how to use it properly so it doesn't harm the environment. 

A trail cam in North Carolina captured an image of what looks like a deer and a raccoon sharing a kiss, leaving scientists a bit perplexed.

Winter weather isn't a guarantee that ticks don't pose a threat to you or your pets. If the temperature is above freezing and the ground isn't frozen, some ticks are still active, which means they can still spread tick-borne illnesses.

The sound of a coyote howling in the night is enough to stop people in their tracks, but have you ever stopped to think about what they are saying?

Get ready for Groundhog Day by testing your knowledge on Punxsutawney Phil and his friends.

We've had days to prepare for this subzero weather, but animals aren't so fortunate. Instead, they are either built to withstand what winter has to offer or know to avoid it altogether.

Did you notice this weekend's snow was especially glittery? Scientists call it "snow sparkle," an effect caused by sunlight reflecting off ice crystals in the snow.

It might shock you to learn blue jays aren't actually blue. Instead, we just perceive them to be blue because of how light passes through the birds' feathers. 

Ever shiver at the sight of birds on the ice in the dead of winter? No need to worry. Geese and other waterfowl are built to withstand these harsh conditions.

The groundhog becomes a celebrity each year on February 2, awakening from a months-long slumber to "predict" when winter will end. Beyond this annual ritual, most Americans know little about the groundhog. 

Find out by answering these 10 questions.

In its former life, the preserve now known as Rock Run Rookery used to be much less spectacular.

Nature isn't always pretty.

These sly creatures are skilled hunters and adaptable to many habitats and environments, including rural, suburban and urban areas.